Turn Doha into a crime scene with this self-guided Sherlock Holmes city game. Using the Loquiz app, solve puzzles, follow clues, and unravel the murder of Balthasar at your own pace.
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The sun warms the Corniche as the first clue arrives on your phone: an image of a shadowed alley, a single name — Balthasar. You set off, the city’s geometry guiding you from glass towers to lanes where spices and stories rub shoulders. The game turns Doha into a crime scene and a playground; each street corner serves as a chapter, every public square a stage for digital suspects and deception.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness — most people comfortable with 2 hours of urban walking
Wildlife
History
Doha evolved from a 19th-century pearling hub into a modern capital within a century; many old souq lanes still reflect pre-oil urban patterns.
Conservation
Respect busy public spaces and avoid leaving litter during play; Doha’s public areas are actively maintained, and minimizing waste helps preserve them.
Reserve your spot on the Doha Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download the Loquiz app before you start
Ensure the latest app version is installed and test it once so you’re not stalled by updates mid-game.
Carry a portable charger
Two hours of GPS, photos, and interaction can drain a phone quickly — a power bank keeps you in the game.
Plan around Qatar’s heat
Start early morning or late afternoon in summer to avoid peak temperatures and strong sun exposure.
Use public transport or a short taxi ride
Doha’s Corniche and central souqs are accessible by metro/bus and make convenient start/end points.
Smartphone with data
Required to run the Loquiz app, receive clues, and complete photo tasks.
Portable charger
Keeps your device powered through GPS use and multimedia tasks.
Comfortable walking shoes
City surfaces vary from paved promenades to market alleys — comfortable soles help you move quickly.
Sun protection (hat/sunscreen)
Protects you from strong sun if you play during hotter months.
summer